The anatomy of the human hand is complex, exact and intricate — a structure able to allow an unequalled array of movement. Its integrity is absolutely essential for our everyday functional living. With this said, our hands may be affected by many disorders, most commonly traumatic, on-the-job injury. Often these instruments are overlooked, undervalued and improperly protected, leading to eventual hand injury.
In terms of hand protection, manufacturers are able to provide direct protection of the hands against cut/laceration, hot/cold temperature resistance, chemical resistance, protection of fine clean room equipment and indirect protection against hand injury and fatigue generating from inadequate grip in slick and oily conditions. All of these products are aimed at solving a particular issue in the workplace. However, let’s take a closer look at the metrics related to why these products have been introduced.